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Twenty-seven cows between 9 and 59 days in milk were monitored and categorized into three groups: low-grade ruminal acidosis (LGRA; FPR &amp;lt; 1.2), healthy (H; FPR 1.2\u20131.5), and subclinical ketosis (SCK; FPR &amp;gt; 1.5). Milk composition was assessed in real time using the Brolis HerdLine in-line analyzer, while rumination time, reticulorumen temperature, water intake, and activity were recorded using SmaXtec boluses. Blood samples were collected weekly to analyze metabolic and biochemical parameters. Cows in the SCK group exhibited significantly lower milk lactose and protein concentrations, shorter rumination time, lower iron levels, and higher milk fat content, NEFA concentrations, and activity levels compared to the LGRA and healthy groups. The study demonstrated that elevated FPR is associated with metabolic and behavioral changes indicative of subclinical metabolic disorders, particularly subclinical ketosis. The integration of real-time milk composition data, behavioral monitoring, and blood biochemical analysis enables a comprehensive and non-invasive approach for early detection and management of metabolic imbalances in dairy herds. 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